Feeling burned out, bored, or a little blah? Try revisiting a childhood favorite. These three books are funny, uplifting, and packed with lovable characters—perfect for a little pick-me-up.
Harriet the Spy
Harriet Welsch is a spunky eleven-year-old with big dreams of becoming a writer. She sharpens her skills by trespassing, eavesdropping, and filling her secret spy notebook with juicy gossip and observations. But when her classmates get their hands on the notebook, everyone finds out what Harriet really thinks of them. This story is sweet and funny and I only cried twice.
Pollyanna
What more could you want—an uplifting message, lovable characters, funny situations. Recently orphaned (okay, that part’s not funny), Pollyanna moves in with her boring aunt in a small town where her unstoppable optimism and her Glad Game—finding something to be thankful for in every situation—transform the lives of those around her. A perfect pick for days when you want to perk up and feel the good feels.
Nancy Drew
Maybe you love whodunits but want a break from the dark, heavy grown‑up kind? Nancy Drew is the perfect pick. Nancy’s early mysteries feature missing heirlooms, secret wills, haunted mansions, and puzzling disappearances, all solved with her own brand of bold, brave, and brilliant sleuthing.
These books are my go-to mood boosters. What books do you reach for when you need a pick-me-up? Let us know below!
